SNL’s Jason Sudeikis Talks Trash about Justin Bieber’s Basketball Skills – Video

We all love Jason Sudeikis.

He is one of the funniest members of the Saturday Night Live cast, and has also done well with his movies.

But last night, Jason visited with Jimmy Kimmel to promote his upcoming movie “Horrible Bosses” – and the conversation quickly turned to Justin Bieber.

Remember last February when Bieber walked away with the MVP Award at the Celebrity NBA All-Star Game?

Well, so does Jimmy and Jason.

Related: Bieber walks away with NBA All-Star MVP

They both reminisce about that evening and Sudeikis talks a little trash about Justin and his basketball skills, and says Bieber won the MVP only so they wouldn’t get trampled by angry 14-year-old girls.



We know it was all said in good fun and that’s why we love these guys.

Sedeikis will be hosting the MTV Movie Awards this weekend and Bieber has been nominated for his 3D movie “Never Say Never”.

Jason’s new movie “Horrible Bosses” is coming out and sounds like it will be hilarious. It’s about three friends who collaborate to murder their awful bosses when they realize they are standing in the way of their happiness.

The flick has an impressive cast including Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman, Colin Farrell, Jamie Foxx, and Kevin Spacey.

We can’t wait to see this one.

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Harden is finally starting to show why
he was the # 3 overall pick in the 2009 draft

James Harden's game is finally starting to translate to NBA success.


After being selected 3rd overall in the 2009 draft, James Harden has not lived up to the expectations that a prospect taken that high has. This has not been an issue for his team, however, because of the successes of other young talents placed around him: Durtant, Westbrook, and Ibaka. This was a perfect situation for a player like Harden, who has an old school style of play, looking to set up team mates opposed to creating his own shot.

At Arizona St. he was a prolific scorer for his two years in college. When he came out he was also touted as having under estimated athletic ability and great passing ability and vision. I saw him in person, at Mac Court in Eugene, as he tore apart the Ducks single handedly. He scored 44 points effortlessly. When I looked at his stats the next day I noticed how efficient he was. He scored a large portion of his points at the free throw line, while shooting a very few amount of shots to score such a high amount.

So far in his NBA career Harden has struggled to find his niche. He has become the Thunder's sixth man, along with Ibaka. His first year he struggled with his efficiency, shooting only 40% from the field and not producing many assists or steals. So far this year, to the chagrin of Thunder fans, he has mostly produced the same as last year. As far as role players in the NBA go, he is effective, although one would wish he would shoot a higher percentage, or specialize in one thing such as three point shooting.

Although his production is not where many would like to see it be, Harden has shown flashes of brilliance this year. When Durant was injured at the beginning of the year Harden started, and scored 20 points 2 or 3 games straight. The difference was that he was needed to be a scorer, because of the lack of offensive production from Sefaolosha and their other role players. I hoped that once he went back to the bench he would continue his improved play and continue his new found aggressiveness, but this did not happen. He reverted back to the mediocre averages from a year ago.

During the all-star break Harden had a huge game in the sophomore-rookie challenge. I think this may have given him some confidence coming out of the break. At the same time, Jeff Green was shipped to Boston. This left a void in scoring that needed to be filled. In the five games since the break Harden has upped his production to 17 points per game, improved his shooting percentage, and is getting to the line and making 95% of his free throws.

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2011 NBA Mock Draft
(May 18, 2011)

The Cleveland Cavaliers were projected to have the number one overall pick for most of the season. Not only do they pick first, but they also have the fourth overall pick which gives them leverage. Find out who falls and who rises in my latest mock.

(Picks 15-30 to be added soon, as well as round two.)

1. Kyrie Irving, PG, Duke

Ht: 6-2 Wt: 180 lbs. | Class: Freshman

Analysis: Cleveland, looking to rebuild, needs talent all across the board. Kyrie Irving is the best player in the draft, and would be their point guard of the future. Drawing some comparisons to Chris Paul, Irving has the quickness and play making ability that the Cavaliers lack, and would add some depth to the back court.

2. Derrick Williams, F, Arizona

Ht: 6-8 Wt: 241 lbs. | Class: Sophomore

Analysis: Minnesota is in a tough spot. There is early speculation that the Timberwolves are looking to move the number two pick, and I don't blame them. Derrick Williams would be the best player on the board, but isn't an ideal fit. Enes Kanter makes some sense, as well, but they have to draft the best player available if they keep this pick, in this case it's Williams.

3. Brandon Knight, PG, Kentucky

Ht: 6-3 Wt: 185 lbs. | Class: Freshman

Analysis: Brandon Knight can be the point guard of the future for Utah. For now, he can step in at the two guard and team up with Devin Harris in the back court. Kemba Walker could also be an option, but I believe Knight is higher on their board.

4. Kawhi Leonard, SF, San Diego State

Ht: 6-7 Wt: 225 lbs. | Class: Sophomore

Analysis: Once again, the Cavs need talent across the board, so they can afford to draft the best player available. Enes Kanter could be that guy, but Kawhi Leonard is not too far behind him in terms of ranking, and would fill their need for a wing player. Leonard is gaining momentum as the draft approaches, and it may very well make him a top five pick.

5. Enes Kanter, C, Kentucky

Ht: 6-11 Wt: 260 lbs. | Class: Freshman

Analysis: Kanter is the best player on the board that makes sense for teh Raptors. Andrea Bargnani is more of a perimeter based big man, and as a true big man Kanter would complement Bargnani's skill set.

6. Jan Vesely, F, Czech Republic

Ht: 6-11 Wt: 230 lbs. | Class: International

Analysis: Vesely is an intriguing prospect. He has the size of a 4, but has the skill set of a three. The Wizards need some help on the wing so this pick makes sense.

7. Kemba Walker, PG, Connecticut

Ht: 6-1 Wt: 172 lbs. | Class: Junior

Analysis: If the Kings want to stay in Sacramento, they must sell tickets. Kemba Walker will help do that. Not only can he contribute right away with his quickness and scoring ability, but he can develop into a true point guard and form a flashy guard duo with Tyreke Evans.

8. Bismack Biyombo, PF, Congo

Ht: 6-9 Wt: 248 lbs. | Class: International

Analysis: Replacing Tayshaun Prince is the top priority for Detroit, but the top wing players are off the board. Bismack Biyombo is an athletic prospect with an amazing 7-7 wingspan. He is raw in terms of talent, but he has all of the physical tools necessary to transition to the NBA.

9. Marcus Morris, PF, Kansas

Ht: 6-9 Wt: 235 lbs. | Class: Junior

Analysis: Charlotte will likely miss out on the top three point guards: Irving, Walker, and Knight. I also don't see them reaching for Jimmer Fredette. They need some size and depth inside, which is what Marcus Morris would provide along with a nice inside/outside game.

10. Alec Burks, SG, Colorado

Ht: 6-6 Wt: 185 lbs. | Class: Sophomore

Analysis: Burks is the best shooting guard in the class, and he can flat out score the basketball. Milwaukee was the worst offensive team in the NBA this past season, and they also need to replace some upcoming free agents in the back court.

11. Jonas Valanciunas, C/PF, Lithuania

Ht: 6-11 Wt: 240 lbs. | Class: International

Analysis: Another interesting international prospect, the Lithuanian big should be able to play center at the next level. He has great upside, and would give the Warriors some much needed energy and quickness coming off the bench.

12. Jordan Hamilton, G/F, Texas

Ht: 6-7 Wt: 220 lbs. | Class: Sophomore

Analysis: Gordon Hayward is an ideal wing player, but the Jazz may have to upgrade him with Jordan Hamilton. A lethal scorer with range on his jumper, Hamilton is best suited to play on the wing, but can easily play the 2 guard, which is a position of need for the Jazz (especially if they don't play Knight at the 2).

13. Tristan Thompson, PF, Texas

Ht: 6-8 Wt: 225 lbs. | Class: Freshman

Analysis: Most mock drafts don't have the Suns drafting a power forward. But Tristan Thompson is the best player on the board at this point, and would be an upgrade at that position. Thompson lacks size, but he is a terrific offensive rebounder, and he continues to develop his offensive game.

14. Jimmer Fredette, PG, BYU

Ht: 6-2 Wt: 195 lbs. | Class: Senior

Analysis: Without many glaring holes on their roster, the Rockets can afford to draft Jimemr Fredette here. He can give them another three point shooter, and eventually take over as the starting point guard if Kyle Lowry and Goran Dragic don't work out.

Justin Bieber to Star in Movie with Mark Wahlberg – It’s Official

It’s official!

After almost three months of speculation it was announced that Justin Bieber has signed on with Mark Wahlberg for a new movie.

While the plot is still very sketchy, Wahlberg told Deadline.com the film was a street hoops basketball story similar in plot format to the Oscar winning “Fighter.”

Wahlberg says neither him nor Bieber will be singing or dancing in the film, and that this will be a good chance for Justin to bring his dramatic acting skills to the table.

Last year, Bieber was a guest on the popular CSI television franchise and later told reporters that he loved acting, and loved the process, and wanted to do more of it.

The movie idea came to fruition after Wahlberg watched Bieber play, and win MVP, at last year’s All-Star NBA game. (Video Below). Watching the video you certainly get the feel that Bieber knows his way around the basketball court.

But he also knows his way around the hockey rink, soccer field, basketball court, and football field. The kid is multi-talented and will be a perfect fit says Wahlberg.

Bieber is no stranger to the movie screen either. His 2011 3D movie “Never Say Never” has grossed almost $100 million worldwide, and he has also contributed music to friend Jaden Smith’s “Karate Kid” remake.

The movie will be produced by Wahlberg and Stephen Levinson, and Bieber’s manager Scooter Braun will also participate. The script will be written by Ian Edelman.

The film will be standard 2D and not a 3D version like Bieber’s “Never Say Never”, and most likely distributed by Paramount.

“The tone of the project is described as ‘The Color of Money’ meets ‘The Karate Kid’. Justin loved the idea, and he’s been sending me video, he sent me a video of himself, and, yeah, I think he’s really talented.”

Wahlberg also says there may also be a chance for Bieber to bring in a few of his friends like Ryan Butler, Jaden Smith or Chaz Somers for small bit parts or cameos.

But Bieber may find himself working on TWO movie projects this year as the L.A. Times has already reported Bieber is connected to a deal with Ashton Kutcher.

Related: Justin Bieber and Ashton Kutcher to Star in Teen Buddy Movie 'What Would Kenny Do?'

Could this be a new career for the teen singing sensation?

Bieber himself has told reporters that he loves acting and wants to do more of it. And Justin is at an age where most teen idols go into hiding for a year or two while they “grow out” of the awkward lanky years that have derailed so many young stars.

We say – go for it JB.

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